1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
